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Kilkenny City Hidden Gems & Highlights Walking Tour

Tour description


Take a tour with me around the bustling and vibrant Medieval city of Kilkenny, which is known for its vibrant history, heritage, food, culture, the arts, music, its love of Hurling (a national sport) and the people who have made it their home across the centuries.  
  
We will explore the ugly truth about what it was like to live in Medieval Ireland, the realities of life under Norman Rule and the role Kilkenny has and continues to play their part in Irelands cultural, artistic and culinary traditions both at home and abroad.
 
On this walking tour you will also be introduced to some of Kilkenny's City hidden gems such as one of Irelands oldest licensed pubs, its medieval walls, graveyards and monastic heritage including one of only two Round Towers in Ireland that is open to the public.
 
Please be advised that this tour includes a number of stairs and uneven surfaces so make sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.
 
Make sure to bring clothing suitable for the changeable Irish weather i.e. rain. 

It is also advisable to carry a reusable bottle of water to stay hydrated whilst on tour.

The tour lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes
Available in English

Johanna
Guide: Johanna
Guiding since 2025
Hi, I am a licenced and qualified local tour guide with over 10 years experience working as a Tour Guide across Ireland. I especially love meeting new people and providing memorable, enjoyable experiences for each person who comes on one of my tours. In my free time I love travelling around Ireland exploring its rich and diverse culture, heritage, history, nature, wildlife and spectacular landscapes.

15 stops
1.6 km walking
2 hours and 30 minutes
Meeting point:Kilkenny Castle, Dukesmeadows, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny, IrelandYou will find me standing by the Black Railings on the left hand side of the large gated main entrance to Kilkenny Castle. Open in Google Maps
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Outside visit
The ParadeMeeting Point of the Tour. Large open plan public square.
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Outside visit
Kilkenny CastleA 12th century medieval castle set in extensive parklands built by William Marshall. This was the principal seat of the Butler family.
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Outside visit
Syd Harkin's PubSyd Harkins was first licenced in 1648 and is one of Irelands longest trading licenced pub.

Kilkenny City Hidden Gems & Highlights Walking Tour


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